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EHS REGISTER OF REGULATIONS

HILALCO –ABU DHABI

Sl.No. Revision Revision Reason for Review Prepared By Reviewed By Approved By


Number Date
1 00 01/03/2010 New Register Technical HSE Manager GHSE Manager
Coordinator
2 01 30/07/2013 Updated With AD EHS EHSMS HSE Manager GHSE Manager
regulations Coordinator
3 02 27/12/2014 Updated With ADM EHS EHSMS HSE Manager GHSE Manager
recommendations Coordinator
4 03 20/01/2016 Periodical Review EHSMS HSE Manager GHSE Manager
Coordinator
5 04 14/05/2016 Updated as per ISO Audit EHSMS HSE Manager GHSE Manager
recommendations. Coordinator
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Contents
1 DECREE NO 42 OF 2009 CONCERNING THE ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT IN ABU DHABI EMIRATE
(Executive Council) Article No: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 &11 ................................................................................................................................................... 3
2 AD EHSMS Regulatory Framework Version 2.0/2012(AD EHS Center /Building &Construction Sector Regulatory Authority) ............................. 3
3 ADEHSMS- CODE OF PRACTICE ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
4 FEDERAL LAW BY DECREE NO 6 OF 2009 –Regulations of FNAR (Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation) REG -01 to REG -24............. 17
5 FEDERAL LAW 8 (1980) UAE Labor Law .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
6 Federal Law 24 (1999): Protection and Development of the Environment (Ministry of Water and Environment /Environment Agency Abu Dhabi)
18
7 UAE Federal Law: Ministerial Order No. (32) for the year 1982 (Ministry of Labor) ............................................................................................ 19
8 FEDERAL LAW NO 19 OF 1993 CONCERNING THE DETERMINATION OF THE MARITIME ........................................................................ 24
9 Ministerial Decision No.(587) of 2009 and (26) of 2009 regarding Working Hours in the Sun (Ministry of Labor) ............................................... 25
10 COUNCIL OF MINISTERS DECREE NO.37 OF 2001(Ministry of Water and Environment/Environment Agency) Abu Dhabi ........................... 26
11 COUNCIL OF MINISTERS DECREE NO. 12 OF 2006 FOR 2006 FOR FEDERAL LAW NO.24 1999 (Ministry of Water and
Environment/Environment Agency Abu Dhabi) .......................................................................................................................................................... 27
12 Local Law 21 of 2005 Waste Management in the emirate of Abu Dhabi (Environment Agency Abu Dhabi) ....................................................... 28
13 LOCAL LAW OF ABU DHABI (16) AMENDING CERTAIN PROVISION OF LAW NO. (4) OF 1983 REGARDING ORGANIZING BUILDING
WORKS (DMA).......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
14 ELECTRICITY WIRING REGULATIONS 2007 REQUIREMENTS OF ELECTRICITY WIRING (Ministry of Electricity and Water) .................... 29
15 ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 212 : 1994 – Personal Protective Equipment (ESMA) ......................................................................................... 30
16 ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 215 : 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Equipment- Tanks, Pressure vessels, Boilers and
Compressed gas equipment: ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
17 ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 217: 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Equipment Scaffolding (ESMA) ..................................... 30
18 UAE.S GSO 220: 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Welding, Cutting and Brazing (ESMA)..................................................... 31
19 ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 221: 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health regulations – Building and Construction (ESMA) ................................. 31
20 UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice 2011 ................................................................................................................................................ 31
The provisions of this code apply to Fire Safety, Life Safety and Civil Defense Access of all Occupancies and Multiple, Separated or Mixed
Occupancies located in High Depth, Low Depth Underground buildings, Low rise, Midrise and High rise Buildings. ................................................. 31
21 FEDERAL LAW NO. (23) OF THE YEAR 1999.................................................................................................................................................. 31

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1 DECREE NO 42 OF 2009 CONCERNING THE ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT IN ABU DHABI EMIRATE (Executive
Council) Article No: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 &11

This Decree aims to implement the Environment, Health and Safety Management Yes, being complied as per
System in the Emirate through provision of a unified tool at Emirate level to GM/HOD’s/HSEM/ requirements, Evidenced in Hilalco
facilitate implementation of legislations relevant to environment, health and safety PRM’s EHS Management system, EHS Policy
and for protection of human health and safety and the environment and and Objectives. Implemented by
conservation of natural GM/HOD’s/HSEM/
resources PRM’s
2 AD EHSMS Regulatory Framework Version 2.0/2012(AD EHS Center /Building &Construction Sector Regulatory Authority)
AD EHSMS RF Elements - Mandatory System Requirements
EHS Regulatory Instruments:

 Standards and Guideline Values - Mandatory EHS threshold and exposure


levels
 Codes of Practice - Mandatory EHS technical requirements – subject GM/HOD’s/HSEM/ Yes, being complied as per
specific PRM’s requirements, Evidenced in Hilalco
 Mechanisms - Mandatory system implementation processes and EHS Management system, EHS Legal
procedures Compliance Procedure – Doc No :005-
Guidelines: 02-2016. Implemented by
 Technical Guidelines - Non-mandatory guidance on how to implement an GM/HOD’s/HSEM/
EHS Regulatory Instrument PRM’s
 AD EHSMS Guidance Documents - Non-mandatory guidance and
interpretation of EHSMS System concepts and principles

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3 ADEHSMS- CODE OF PRACTICE
3.1 Code of Practice 1 – Hazardous Materials Yes being complied as per
This Regulation applies to the use and storage of hazardous substances and HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in (CEMP -
mixtures Construction Environmental
Management Plan, COSHH Registers
& MSDS). Internal Training's are
conducted periodically to ensure safe
handling, storage and working with
hazardous materials.
3.1.1 Code of Practice 1.1 – Management of Asbestos Containing Materials
All persons who work with asbestos or have a duty to manage premises where Not Applicable Not Applicable
asbestos containing material(s) (ACM) have been identified or presumed to be
present have to provide all the technical information they require to meet Federal
and Local legislative requirements
3.1.2 Code of Practice 1.2 – Lead Exposure Management
It covers all construction, maintenance, manufacturing, recycling, surface Not Applicable Not Applicable
preparation, sandblasting, painting, and any other worksite where employees
could have an exposure to airborne lead at any level
3.2 Code of Practice 2 – Personal Protective Equipment Yes being complied as per
The requirements or measures to be taken to ensure Personal Protective HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in (HSE Plan,
Equipment (referred to as PPE) is introduced carefully, used properly and Method statement & Risk
regularly maintained and monitored. assessments)
Communication on PPE usage is done
through induction training's, Specific
Tool Box Training's. Regular on-site
inspections are being carried out by
the project HSE Advisors.

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3.3 Code of Practice 3 – Occupational Noise Yes being complied as per
Employee’s exposure to noise levels in excess of 85 decibels (dB) at any time HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s/ requirements. Evidenced in (CEMP,
during a work shift of 8 hrs. Ensure employees are not exposed to continuous, Env.Eng Noise monitoring, Risk assessments,
intermittent, or impact noise levels above 130 decibels, unless the appropriate MS), Regular on-site inspections are
hearing protection is provided; develop a written “Hearing Conservation Program” being carried out by the project HSE
when they have noise hazards that exceed 85 decibels Advisors.
3.3.1 Code of Practice 3.1 – Vibration Yes being complied as per
The requirements relevant to the Building and Construction Sector and applies to HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s/ requirements. Evidenced in regular site
the planning, assessment and controls and conduct of occupational health and Env.Eng HSE Inspections, TBT’s and Trainings.
safety work practices in connection with Hand Arm / Whole Body Vibration which
will be referred to as HAV.
3.4 Code of Practice 4 – First Aid and Medical Treatment Yes being complied as per
To ensure that adequate first aid facilities and procedures are established and HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in (First aid
ensure that competent persons are readily available within the workplace to register, HSE Plan). Implemented by
provide the services and necessary supplies and equipment are present and Certified First Aiders / Nurse and
maintained in the workplace suitable to the first aid or medical service required HSEA’s.
3.5 Code of Practice 5 – Medical Surveillance (Including Medical Records) Yes being complied as per
Occupational health screening shall be undertaken with regards to the potential requirements. Evidenced in Health
exposures expected related to the employees occupation and before an employee surveillance record, (Site male nurse
is exposed to a hazardous work environment GAHRM/HOD/HSEM/MN conducts periodical medical checkup
and maintains Health surveillance
records)
Employees are provided with company
sponsored medical insurance.

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3.6 Code of Practice 6 – Emergency Management Requirements Yes being complied as per
An emergency under this code of practice is an incident related to the entity / requirements. Evidenced in
employer that can cause death, significant injuries to workers or in the surrounding Emergency Management Procedure
community, or significant negative impacts on the environment HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s Doc No: 009-02-2014, emergency
mock drill reports & Emergency
management plan.
Fire officer and project HSEA conducts
periodical emergency mock drills.
3.7 Code of Practice 7 – Fire Prevention, Planning and Control Yes being complied as per
Technical requirements intended to specify the requirements for fire prevention, requirements. Evidenced in Fire risk
control and planning. HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s assessments, fire warden training and
mock drills. Project HSEA & fire officer
periodically conducts the trainings.
3.8 Code of Practice 8 – General Workplace Amenities Yes being complied as per
This code of practice applies to the amenities found at workplace and involves requirements. Evidenced in WI-Doc
ensuring the availability of the minimum EHS requirements in this regard and the HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s No: H-WI-110 – Welfare Facilities,
validity of control measures in place. HSE plan. Regular Inspections are
being conducted by the HSEA.
3.9 Code of Practice 9 – Workplace Wellness Yes being complied as per
Requirements and standards for workplace wellness and health promotion in the requirements. Evidenced in (Daily HSE
work and living environments (labor accommodation), promotion of awareness, HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s Inspection reports and camp
education, and wellness programs to employees and contractors in order to inspection reports)
encourage employees, contractors and their families to adopt healthy lifestyles
and to prevent and control health and lifestyle related issues.
3.9.1 Code of Practice 9.1 – Expectant Mothers
Requirements and standards for workplace wellness and health promotion in the Implementation of compliance as per
work and living environments (labor accommodation), promotion of awareness, GAHRM & Admin Manager local requirements.
education, and wellness programs to employees and contractors in order to
encourage employees, contractors and their families to adopt healthy lifestyles
and to prevent and control health and lifestyle related issues.

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3.9.2 Code of Practice 9.2 – Managing Work-Related Stress Yes being complied as per
Requirements and standards for workplace wellness and health promotion in the requirements. Evidenced in HSE
work and living environments (labor accommodation), promotion of awareness, HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s trainings, Monthly HSE Awards, safety
education, and wellness programs to employees and contractors in order to week celebrations, recreation facilities
encourage employees, contractors and their families to adopt healthy lifestyles in the camps).
and to prevent and control health and lifestyle related issues.
3.10 Code of Practice 10 – Rehabilitation/Return to Work Yes being complied as per
Requirements for workplace rehabilitation and return-to work to ensure that requirements. Evidenced in re-
employees receive the appropriate treatment and benefits, including assistance in GAHRM/HOD’s/ PRM’s/ induction program, Health surveillance
returning to their normal duties after a workplace injury, disorder or disease. HSEA’s program and incident investigation
report corrective actions.
3.11 Code of Practice 11 – Safety in the Heat Yes being complied as per
Working in high temperature environments. High temperature environments requirements. Evidenced in heat stress
includes both weather (working outside in summer months) and site operations HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s training programs, Summer
(furnaces, ovens, other high temperature operations) Arrangements Checklists and
periodical monitoring.
3.12 Code of Practice 12 – Prevention and Control of Legionnaires Diseases Yes being complied as per
Applies to all employers and places of business within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in HSE Plans
that have equipment that uses, stores, or disseminates warm water and site specific vaccination records
(subject to applicable sites)
3.13 Code of Practice 13 Workplace Bullying and Violence Yes being complied as per
Bullying and Violence include verbal abuse, spreading rumors and interfering with GAHRM/HOD’s/ PRM’s/ requirements. Evidenced in Daily HSE
personal property or work equipment. Indirect bullying may involve unjustified HSEA’s inspection reports, warning letters,
criticism, denying access to information, withholding vital information, setting etc.) Project HSEA and engineers are
unreasonable tasks, excessive scrutiny or changing work arrangements to cause monitoring the employees.
inconvenience

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3.14 Code of Practice 14 – Manual Handling and Ergonomics Yes being complied as per
Requirements regarding Manual handling which is any transporting or supporting requirements. Evidenced in HSE
of a load (including the lifting, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s training records, MS & RA, Hilalco
thereof) by hand or by bodily force. The management of risks associated with EHS WI – Doc No:H-WI-116)
manual handling tasks.
3.14.1 Code of Practice 14.1 – Manual Tasks Involving the Handling of Yes being complied as per
People requirements. Evidenced in HSE
Requirements regarding Manual handling which is any transporting or supporting HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s training records, MS & RA, Hilalco
of a load (including the lifting, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving EHS WI – Doc No:H-WI-116 )
thereof) by hand or by bodily force. The management of risks associated with
manual handling tasks.
3.15 Code of Practice 15 – Electrical Safety Yes being complied as per
Requirements to establish standards and principles that promote the design, requirements. Evidenced in HSE
construction and operation of safe and efficient systems of wiring in buildings and HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s Inspection records, Electrical
other premises. Requirements for eliminating, preventing and controlling electrical inspection records, HSE training
hazards records, MS & RA,) and EHS WI – Doc
No:H-WI-109)
3.16 Code of Practice 16 Control of Major Accidents Hazards (COMAH)
Requirements and information for operators on how to meet duties under the Not Applicable Not Applicable
COMAH regulations. Protect people and the environment from, and limiting the
consequences of major accidents occurring within establishments covered by the
COMAH regulations. The regulations for the control of major accident and
hazards, by delivering a safety regime
3.17 Code of Practice 17 – Safety Signage and Signals Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice requires employers to use safety signage where there is a requirements. Evidenced in HSE Plan,
significant EHS risk that has not been avoided or controlled by the methods HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s Traffic Management Plans, Site HSE
required, provided the use of a sign can help reduce the risks. Safety signs are not inspection records.
a substitute for those other methods of controlling risks such as engineering
controls and safe systems of work

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3.18 Code of Practice 18 – Employer Supplied Accommodation – General Yes being complied as per
Requirements requirements. Evidenced in camp
Requirements for EHS regulations related to worker camps and other GAHRM/PRM’s/HSEM records, Comp inspection records.
accommodation provided. Periodic inspections are conducted by
HSEA, HR officer & Camp officer.
3.19 Code of Practice 19 – Occupational Food Handling and Food Yes being complied as per
Preparation Areas requirements. Evidenced in camp
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards for records, Comp inspection records.
occupational food handling and food preparation. The intent of the standard is to GAHRM/PRM’s/HSEM Periodic inspections are conducted by
help ensure employees health and fitness by providing detailed guidance and best HSEA, HR officer & Camp officer.
practice to equip both the employer and the employee with the knowledge to
enable them to avoid or eliminate the hazards, and thus reduce the risk in their
day to day activities.
3.20 Code of Practice 20 – Safety in Design Yes being complied as per
Regulation to eliminate or reduce risk that can arise through construction or end HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEM requirements. Evidenced in method
use of a structure or piece of equipment. At each stage of design, designers statements, RA.
should ensure that all foreseeable risks have been identified and analyzed to
reduce the risk to as low as reasonably practicable
3.21 Code of Practice 21 – Permit to Work Systems Yes being complied as per
Requirements related to permit-to-work system. Communication between requirements. Evidenced in PTW, HSE
site/installation management, plant supervisors and operators and those who carry HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s plan. Project HSEA & PRM monitors
out the hazardous work. Essential features of permit-to-work systems. the implementation and compliance.
3.22 Code of Practice 22 – Barricading of Hazards Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks requirements. Evidenced in site HSE
of certain physical hazards can be prevented or reduced through the installation HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s inspection records, HSE Plan &
and maintenance of barricades Method statements. Project HSEA &
PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance.

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3.23 Code of Practice 23 – Working at Heights Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice covers the requirements relevant to the planning, requirements. Evidenced in site HSE
preparation and conduct of health and safety work practices in connection with inspection records, HSE Plan &
working at heights: HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s Method statements, RA. Project HSEA
(i) existing places of work and means of access for working at height; (ii) fall & PRM monitors the implementation
prevention; (iii) guardrail systems; (iv) safety nets; (v) fall arrest systems; and (vi) and compliance.
working platforms
3.24 Code of Practice 24 – Lock Out Tag Out (Isolation) Yes being complied as per
This applies to the servicing and maintenance of machines and equipment in requirements. Evidenced in site HSE
which the unexpected energisation or startup of the machines or equipment, or inspection records, PTW, HSE Plan &
release of stored energy could cause injury to workers. Establishes minimum HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s Method statements. Project HSEA &
performance requirements for the control of such hazardous energy PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance.
3.25 Code of Practice 25 Transport Safety Yes being complied as per
This code of practice applies to the requirements of preventing and reducing requirements. Evidenced in training
accidents of transportation at workplace HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s records, HSE Plan & Traffic
management plan. Project HSEA &
PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance.
3.26 Code of Practice 26 – Scaffolding Yes being complied as per
The requirements and standards to ensure that the risks associated with the use requirements. Evidenced in Hilalco WI
of scaffolding are assessed, that control measures are implemented in accordance scaffolding – Doc No:H-WI-105,
with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are taken to prevent injury, scaffolding inspection reports, method
illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those HOD’s/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s statements, risk assessment and HSE
activities. plan. Project HSEA, scaffolding
engineer & PRM are monitoring the
implementation and compliance

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3.27 Code of Practice 27 – Confined Space Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks requirements. Evidenced in EHS WI –
associated with confined Spaces are assessed, that control measures are Doc No:H-WI-104, PTW, third party
implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are PRM’s/ HSEA’s competency certificate, Method
taken to prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to statements, risk assessments and
risks arising from those activities HSE plan.
3.28 Code of Practice 28 – Hot Work Operations (Welding and Cutting) Yes being complied as per
The requirements that the risks associated with hot work operations (welding and requirements. Evidenced in Work
cutting), are assessed, that control measures are implemented in accordance with instruction – Doc No:H-WI-112, third
the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury, illness and PRM’s/ HSEA’s party certificate, HSE inspection
disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities. records, PTW, HSE Plan & Method
statements. Project HSEA & PRM
monitors the implementation and
compliance.
3.29 Code of Practice 29 – Excavation Yes being complied as per
The requirements for risks associated with excavation control measures, to requirements. Evidenced in Work
prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks instruction – Doc No:H-WI-101, H-WI-
arising from those activities PRM’s/ HSEA’s 103, third party certificate, HSE
inspection records, PTW, HSE Plan &
Method statements. Project HSEA &
PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance.
3.30 Code of Practice 30 – Lone Work and / or in Remote Locations Yes being complied as per
The requirements for risks associated with lone working or remote locations and to PRM’s/ HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in HSE
ensure control measures are implemented inspection records, risk assessments
and training records

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3.31 Code of Practice 31 – Working On, Over or Adjacent to Water Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice established the requirements and standards so that the requirements. Evidenced in HSE
risks associated with working on, over or adjacent to water are assessed, that inspection records, HSE Plan &
control measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls PRM’s/ HSEA’s Method statements. Project HSEA &
and that measures are taken to prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who PRM monitors the implementation and
might be exposed to risks arising from those activities compliance.
3.32 Code of Practice 32 Watercraft and Dredging Equipment
The requirements relevant to the Building and Construction Sector and applies to Not Applicable Not Applicable
the requirements for watercraft and dredging requirements for personnel
performing watercraft and dredging operations namely inspection, training
certification and various operating activities.
3.33 Code of Practice 33 – Working On, Over or Adjacent to a Road Yes being complied as per
The requirements relevant to the Building and Construction Sector and applies to PRM’s/ HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in HSE
the requirements for watercraft and dredging requirements for personnel inspection and training records, HSE
performing watercraft and dredging operations namely inspection, training, Plan , Traffic Management Plans, MS
certification and various operating activities & RA.
3.34 Code of Practice 34 – Safe Use of Lifting Equipment’s and Lifting Yes being complied as per
Accessories requirements. Evidenced in Lifting
The requirements for risks associated with the use of lifting equipment and lifting plan, work instructions – Doc No:H-WI-
accessories are assessed, that control measures are implemented in accordance PRM’s/ HSEA’s 115, Third party certificates, HSE
with the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury, illness inspection & training records, HSE
and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities Plan & Method statements.
3.35 Code of Practice 35 – Portable Power Tools Yes being complied as per
The requirements for risks associated with the use of portable power tools are requirements. Evidenced in work
assessed, that control measures are implemented in accordance with the instructions – Doc No:H-WI-117,
hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury, illness and PRM’s/ HSEA’s inspection records, HSE inspection
disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities records, HSE Plan , MS & RA

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3.36 Code of Practice 36 – Plant and Equipment Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks requirements. Evidenced in plant &
associated with the use of plant and equipment are assessed, that control PLM/ TM/ PRM’s/ HSEA’s equipment inspection records, third
measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those party certificates, HSE inspection
measures are taken to prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be records, HSE Plan & risk
exposed to risks arising from those activities assessments. Project HSEA, TM &
PRM are monitoring the
implementation and compliance.
3.37 Code of Practice 37 – Ladders Yes being complied as per
The requirements and standards so that the risks associated with the use of requirements. Evidenced in Work
ladders are assessed, that control measures are implemented in accordance with HOD’s/PRM’s/ HSEA’s instruction – Doc No:H-WI-121, ladder
the hierarchy of controls and that measures are taken to prevent injury, illness and inspection records, Project HSEA &
disease to persons who might be exposed to risks arising from those activities PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance.
3.38 Code of Practice 38 – Concrete Placing Equipment Yes being complied as per
The requirements for risks associated with the use of concrete placing equipment requirements. Evidenced in Work
are assessed, that control measures are taken to prevent injury, illness and instructions, Plant inspection records,
disease to persons. The safe operation of all types of concrete pumps and PRM’s/ HSEA’s Method statements & RA. Project
associated placing equipment used in pumping or spraying. HSEA & PRM monitors the
implementation and compliance.
3.39 Code of Practice 39 – Overhead and Underground Services Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice covers the requirements relevant to the planning, requirements. Evidenced in Work
preparation and conduct of health and safety work practices in connection with instruction – Doc No:H-WI-102, PTW,
overhead and underground services. PRM’s/ HSEA’s HSE inspection records, Method
statements & RA. Project HSEA &
PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance.

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3.40 Code of Practice 40 – False work /Framework Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks requirements. Evidenced in Work
associated with false-work are assessed, that control measures are implemented PRM’s/ HSEA’s instruction – Doc No:H-WI-113,
in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are taken to Method statements & RA. Project
prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to risks HSEA & PRM monitors the
arising from those activities implementation and compliance.
3.41 Code of Practice 41 – Steel Erections Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks requirements. Evidenced in Work
associated with steel erection are assessed, that control measures are PRM’s/ HSEA’s instruction – Doc No:H-WI-111,
implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures are Method statements & RA. Project
taken to prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to HSEA & PRM monitors the
risks arising from those activities. implementation and compliance.
3.42 Code of Practice 42 – Tilt Up and Pre – Cast Construction Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks requirements. Evidenced HSE
associated with tilt-up and precast concrete elements are assessed, that control inspection records, Method statements
measures are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that PRM’s/ HSEA’s & RA. Project HSEA & PRM monitors
measures are taken to prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be the implementation and compliance.
exposed to risks arising from those activities.
3.43 Code of Practice 43 – Temporary Structures (Office Buildings, Tents Yes being complied as per
etc.) requirements. Evidenced Method
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks PRM’s/ HSEA’s statements & RA. Project HSEA &
associated with temporary structures can be prevented or reduced through the PRM monitors the implementation and
introduction of planning and physical control measures. compliance.
3.44 Code of Practice 44 – Traffic Management and Logistics Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks requirements. Evidenced in Traffic
associated with site traffic and logistics can be prevented or reduced through the HOD’s/PRM’s/ HSEA’s management plan, HSE inspection
introduction of planning and physical control measures records, Method statements & RA.
Project HSEA & PRM monitors the
implementation and compliance.

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3.45 Code of Practice 45 – Underwater Activities
The following Code of Practice applies to every place of employment within the Not Applicable Not Applicable
waters of Abu Dhabi, UAE. It covers all diving and related support operations
conducted in connection with all types of work and employments, including
general industry, construction, recreational diving, commercial diving, ship
repairing, shipbuilding, ship breaking, and long-shoring
3.46 Code of Practice 46 – Underground Construction (Tunnels, Shafts, Yes being complied as per
Cofferdams, Piling etc.) requirements. Evidenced in Method
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks statements & RA. Project HSEA &
associated with underground construction are assessed, that control measures PRM’s/ HSEA’s PRM monitors the implementation and
are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that measure compliance.
are taken to prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be exposed
to risks arising from those activities
3.47 Code of Practice 47 – Machine Guarding Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks requirements. Evidenced in Work
associated with the guarding of machinery are assessed, that control measures instruction – Doc No: H-WI-122, HSE
are implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and those measures PLM/TM/PRM’s/ HSEA’s inspection records. Project HSEA &
are taken to prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be exposed PRM monitors the implementation and
to risks arising from those activities. compliance.
3.48 Code of Practice 48 – Spray Finishing Yes being complied as per
Requirements for spray finishing operations including spray painting that uses requirements. Evidenced in Method
compressed gases including compressed air. Determine the risks associated to PLM/PRM’s/ HSEA’s statements & RA. Project HSEA &
identify areas where control measures and safe work practices are required to PRM monitors the implementation and
reduce employee’s exposures to hazards associated with spray finishing compliance.
operations and hazardous materials/chemicals
3.49 Code of Practice 49 – Compressed Gases and Air Yes being complied as per
This sets requirements on how to use, store and transport compressed gases. requirements. Evidenced in HSE
Determine the risks associated to identify areas compressed gas control PRM’s/ HSEA’s inspection records, & RA. Project
measures and safe work practices are required to reduce employee’s exposures HSEA & PRM monitors the
to compressed gases and hazardous materials/chemicals implementation and compliance.

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3.50 Code of Practice 50 – Abrasive Blasting and Associated Protective
Coating Work Not applicable Not Applicable
This sets requirements for abrasive blasting operations. Engineering controls are
evaluated and implemented to remove or reduce employee exposure to hazards
associated with abrasive blasting operations
3.51 Code of Practice 51 – Powered Fork Trucks Yes being complied as per
The following code of Practice sets out the requirements for the use of lift trucks. requirements. Evidenced in HSE
Entities shall evaluate each site or operation to determine what hazards are PLM/TM/PRM’s/ HSEA’s inspection records, & RA. Project
present in relation to the use of powered lift trucks and shall assess the risk using HSEA & PRM monitors the
risk management practices. implementation and compliance.
3.52 Code of Practice 52 – Local Exhaust Ventilation Yes being complied as per
Requirements on how to control gas, vapor, dust, fume and mist in workplace air Store Manager/ PRM’s/ requirements. Evidenced in HSE
using local exhaust ventilation (LEV) to extract contaminants before they enter HSEA’s inspection records,
employee’s breathing zones
3.53 Code of Practice 53 – EHS Management During” Construction Work” Yes being complied as per
The requirements for the EHS management of construction projects/activities and requirements. Evidenced in Pre-
for compiling: GM/HOD’s/PRM’s/ HSEA’s Tender Environment, Health and
Safety Plans; environment, health and
safety construction management plans
(EHSCMP)
Site Environment, Health and Safety
Meetings; Environment, Health and
Safety Files.
3.53.1 Code of Practice 53.1 – EHS Plan during Construction Phase Yes being complied as per
Requirements for the development and implementation of the Waste Management GM/HOD’s/PRM’s/ HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in approved
requirements to the production, handling, keeping, safe storage, transport, EHS Plan. All Hilalco EHS plans are
collection and disposal of all waste generated. prepared in line with Cop 53.1

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3.54 Code of Practice 54 – Waste Management Yes being complied as per
Requirements for the development and implementation of the Waste Management HOD’s/PRM’s/ HSEA’s/ requirements. Evidenced in waste
requirements to the production, handling, keeping, safe storage, transport, Env.Eng management & reduction plan. Hilalco
collection and disposal of all waste generated. Sr. Environment Engineer & Project
HSEA monitors the compliance.
3.55 Code of Practice 55 – Environmental Management HOD’s/PRM’s/ HSEA’s/ Yes being complied as per
This Code of Practice establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks Env.Eng requirements. Evidenced in CEMP.
associated to Environmental damage and control measures are established to Hilalco Sr. Environment Engineer &
reduce the risks. Project HSEA monitors the
compliance.
4 FEDERAL LAW BY DECREE NO 6 OF 2009 –Regulations of FNAR (Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation) REG -01 to REG -24

Nuclear Facility Construction

• Import/ Export Controls


• Safeguards and Material Control and Accounting
• Application for a License to Operate a Nuclear Facility Not Applicable
• Design Modifications during Operation Not Applicable
• Operational Safety including Testing, Surveillance and Reporting
• Certification of Operations Personnel
• Administrative Liabilities and Penalties
• Criminal Penalties
• Application for an Operating License Extension of a Nuclear Facility
• Decommissioning
• Decommissioning Trust Fund
• Security of Radioactive Sources

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5 FEDERAL LAW 8 (1980) UAE Labor Law
Every employer must provide adequate means of protection for employees from GM/GAHRM/HOD’s/PRM’s/
Yes being complied as per
the injuries. HSEM requirements.
Evidenced in Hilalco EHS MS,
Procedures, Work instructions.
6 Federal Law 24 (1999): Protection and Development of the Environment (Ministry of Water and Environment /Environment Agency Abu
Dhabi)
Building and Construction Sector / Entities / Employees:

1. Protection and conservation of the quality and natural balance of the


environment.

2. Control of all forms of pollution and avoidance of any immediate or long-term


harmful effects resulting from economic, agricultural, industrial, development or
other programmes aiming at improving life standards and coordination among the Yes being complied as per
Agency, Competent Authorities and Parties concerned with the protection of the requirements. Evidenced in Hilalco
environment and conservation of the quality, natural balance and consolidation of EHS MS, Environmental NOC’s,
environmental awareness and principles of pollution control. CEMP, Aspect & Impact Assessments,
approved waste reduction plan, noise
3. Protection of society, human health and the health of other living creatures from GM/GAHRM/HOD’s/PRM’s/ monitoring programs and records.
activities and acts, which are environmentally harmful or impede authorized use of HSEM Hilalco Sr. Environment Engineer &
the environmental setting. Project HSEA monitors the
Soil Protection: compliance.

It is prohibited to undertake any activity contributing directly or indirectly, to


damaging, disturbing the natural properties or polluting the soil in any way that
may affect its productivity

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Ecology:

It is prohibited to undertake any activity that damages the quantity or quality of


flora in any area, thus causing desertification or deformation of the natural
environment and it is prohibited to cut, uproot or cause damage to any tree, shrub
or grass without authorization from the competent authority, in coordination with
the Agency
7 UAE Federal Law: Ministerial Order No. (32) for the year 1982 (Ministry of Labor)
Article 1 Yes, being complied. HSEA & Fire
Preventive measures for Protection of workers during work hours and against officer appointed, evidenced in Fire
Project Manager
fire risks ( shall also adopt preventive measures specified by the Ministry of Risk Assessments, inspections,
Labor and Social Affairs ) trainings and mock drills.
Yes, being complied. All signs
(mandatory, regulatory and warning)
displayed as per standard (eg. traffic
Article 2
signs and PPE requirements in both
Display of clear instructions and signs written in Arabic and other language Project Manager
English and Arabic). Empowerment to
stop work policy displayed in Hindi,
Telugu etc.

Yes being complied, briefings done


Article 3 Project Manager and records maintained in individual
Briefing of risks before assuming work HSEA sites. (Cross checked in monthly
Site execution Team progress review meetings at HSE
department).

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Yes being complied, third party
certified first aider’s available and also
Article 4 male nurse. First aid boxes also
Project Manager
Supervising first aid treatment and providing first aid box available in all prominent
locations.(cross checked during audits
and inspections)
Yes being complied. Risk assessment
Article 5 carried out and hazards identified and
Project Manager
Providing sufficient protection for the health and safety of workers all controls identified implemented and
all necessary PPE provided.
Yes being complied. Risk assessment
Article6 carried out and health hazards
Project Manager
Measures to prevent or reduce the health risks in the work place identified and all controls identified
implemented.
Yes being complied. Risk assessment
Article 7
carried out and hazards identified and
Measures to prevent or reduce the risks due to access and egress. Project Manager
all controls identified implemented.
Daily inspections by HSEA.
Yes being complied. Fire RA done and
the number of fire extinguishers
Article 8
identified provided and inspections
Prevention of fire and providing appropriate fire extinguishers Project Manager
done on monthly basis. Fire officer
visits regularly for compliance
inspections.

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Yes being complied. Risk assessment
done and fall protection measures
Article 9 taken including procurement of safety
Necessary precautions to protect workers from dangers of falling and falling harness and design/provision of hand
Project Manager
objects rail, mid rail systems. Scaffolding
inspectors and engineer available and
tagging system followed. Regular
inspection by HSEA.
Article 10
Yes being ensured by regular
Provide constant protective barriers around exposed parts of machinery Project Manager
inspection.
Yes being complied. All excavations,
Article 11 trenches, openings provided with
Providing of appropriate protective barriers Project Manager barriers (plastic, concrete) or railing
system with necessary signage.
Regular inspection by HSEA.
Article 12 Yes being complied. being carried out
Project Manager and workshop
Providing protection facilities when installing new machines as per manufacturers instruction
manager
manual
Article 13
Not to allow anyone to remove or install any barrier or part when the machine is Yes being complied. workmen are
Project Manager
running briefed of the same in TBT

Article 14
Yes being displayed in all diversions,
Display of instruction sign boards Project Manager
workshops, yard , site gate etc.

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Yes being complied. Included in HSE
Article 15 plan as workers responsibility and
Workers shall comply with orders and instructions related to his safety Work Force explained to them in TBT/inductions.
Disciplinary action is initiated against
violators.
Article 16
Safe usage of steam boilers Not Applicable Not Applicable

Article 17 Yes being followed as per site HSE


Shall not allow worker to enter in to work site without proper PPE Project Manager rules and regulations. Part of HSE
induction for sites.
Yes being complied. Risk assessment
done for all chemicals taking into
Article 18
Project Manager & Store consideration the MSDS. MSDS
Protection of workers from dangerous materials
manager displayed in all storage area and
workmen/supervisory staff kept
informed.
Yes being complied. Evidenced in
activity specific risk assessments,
Article 19 Work permit's i.e. excavation, Hot
Protection of workers involved in digging and demolition works and construction works, confined space works, height at
Project Manager
works works etc. Competent supervision and
training also provided including third
party training's for mechanical
excavation operations.
Yes being complied. all lifting
Article 20
Project Manager and Work equipment/tackles inspected by third
Hoisting machinery and towing tools
Shop Manager party and records maintained in
workshop.

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Article 21 Yes being complied. In case of sub-
Assigning a work to contractor Project Manager contractor, there is clear agreement on
HSE issues.
Yes being complied. All safety
Article 22
equipment’s like PPE etc. are provided
Providing industrial safety equipment Project Manager
to workmen for the safe conduct of
work.
Article 23
Competent labour inspector shall take samples of the materials used in the
manufacturing process during the official working hours when conducted inside
Not Applicable Not Applicable
the establishment as specified by provision of article (175) of law no (8)1980
concerning the regulation of labour relations

Article 24
Yes being complied. Authorities
Notify the competent labour department on accidents that occur during work
Project Manager informed along with clients/consultant
hours
as per requirement.
Article 25 Ministry of Labour and Social
Not applicable
Labour inspector duties Affairs
Article 26
HSE Manager & Project Yes being done. Gets Approval from
Appointment of HSE Advisors
Manager client/consultant.
Article 27 Ministry of Labour and Social
Not applicable
Imposing of certain additional precautionary measures Affairs
Article 28 Ministry of Labour and Social
Not applicable
Issuing of forms required for execution of the decision Affairs
Article 29
The decision shall be published in the Official Gazette and shall come in to force Ministry of Labour and Social
Not applicable
from the date of publication Affairs

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8 FEDERAL LAW NO 19 OF 1993 CONCERNING THE DETERMINATION OF THE MARITIME
1. The organization of the building, installation or use of structures, installations or Yes being complied as per
artificial in or above the continental shelf or the exclusive economical zone in view PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in Method
of exploring or exploiting its natural resources. It must be taken in to account not to statements & RA. Project HSEA and
establish such structures or installations that might prohibit from reaching the land PRM monitors the implementation and
or hinder the international navigation. compliance.
2. The establishment of safety zones mentioned in Article 21 herein. Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in Method
statement & RA. Project HSEA & PRM
monitors the implementation and
compliance.
3. The instructions to be abided by in order to protect the structures and Yes being complied as per
installations. PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in Method
statement & RA. Project HSEA & PRM
monitors the implementation and
compliance.
4. The organization or prohibition of entry of vessels into safety zones. Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in Method
statement & RA. Project HSEA & PRM
monitors the implementation and
compliance.
5. Instructions list to be abided by in order to protect the living and non-living Yes being complied as per
resources of the economic zone and the continental shelf. PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in Method
statement & RA. Project HSEA & PRM
monitors the implementation and
compliance.

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6. The environmental affairs, scientific research and technology transfer. Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in CEMP,
Method statement & RA. Project HSEA
& PRM monitors the implementation
and compliance.
7. Any other similar matters. Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements.
Constructions and installations safety zones in which it takes necessary
precautions to ensure the safety of such artificial Islands, constructions and Yes being complied as per
installations. The state shall determine the width of the safety zones, taking into PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in Method
account the internationally adopted criteria, and the safety zones shall be statement & RA. Project HSEA & PRM
established in a way that guarantees a reasonable connection between such monitors the implementation and
zones, the nature, and the function of artificial Islands, constructions or compliance.
installations. The area around them shall not exceed 500
meters measured from every point at their outer edge, unless the surpass is
acceptable in accordance with the international criteria.
9 Ministerial Decision No. (587) of 2009 and (26) of 2009 regarding Working Hours in the Sun (Ministry of Labor)
1. Asphalt mix laying works, concreting if the same cannot be carried out or Yes being complied as per
completed during the afternoon period. GM/GAHRM/HOD’s/PRM’s/ requirements. Evidenced in, authority,
HSEM client / consultant approvals. Project
HSEA and PRM monitors the
implementation and compliance.
2. Works necessary to avoid any danger or rectify any damage or fault or Yes being complied as per
accidental losses. These works include the repair of: GM/GAHRM/HOD’s/PRM’s/ requirements. Evidenced in, authority,
• water supply line disconnection HSEM client / consultant approvals. Project
• drainage line disconnection HSEA and PRM monitors the
• electric current disconnection implementation and compliance.
• traffic suspension in highways
• oil or gas pipelines interruption

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3. Works, the carrying out of which, require a permit from a competent GM/GAHRM/HOD’s/PRM’s/ Yes being complied as per
governmental authority due to its impact on the traffic movement and services, if HSEM requirements. Evidenced in, authority,
the permission provides for its completion continuously. These works include: client / consultant approvals. Project
• Suspension or conversion of main highways HSEA and PRM monitors the
• Electric current interruption implementation and compliance.
• Etisalat lines disconnection
4. Any other works approved by the Director General of the Ministry Yes being complied as per
requirements. Evidenced in, authority,
1. Cold potable water in conformity with the number of workers and safety and GM/GAHRM/HOD’s/PRM’s/ client / consultant approvals, HSE
general health conditions HSEM Plan, Summer Arrangements
2. Means of quenching such as salts and lemon as those approved by the health Requirements, Project HSEA and PRM
authorities in UAE. monitor the implementation and
3. First aid on site. compliance.
4. Industrial cooling means.
5. Sunshades

10 COUNCIL OF MINISTERS DECREE NO.37 OF 2001(Ministry of Water and Environment/Environment Agency) Abu Dhabi

Yes being complied as per


The Environmental Impact Assessment of Projects, Handling of Hazardous PRM’s/ requirements. Evidenced in CEMP,
Substances, Hazard wastes and Medical Wastes, the protection of Marine HSEM/HSEA’s/Env.Eng COSHH and waste reduction plan.
Environment, Agricultural Pesticides and Fertilizers and protection of air pollution. Project HSEA and Environment
engineer monitor the implementation
and compliance.

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11 COUNCIL OF MINISTERS DECREE NO. 12 OF 2006 FOR 2006 FOR FEDERAL LAW NO.24 1999 (Ministry of Water and
Environment/Environment Agency Abu Dhabi)
Regulation Regarding Protection of Air from Pollution:

• air pollutants must not exceed the acceptable permissible limits specified

• Machines, engines or vehicles producing exhaust gases that exceed the limits Yes being complied as per
specified shall not be used. requirements. Evidenced in water test
PRM’s/ reports, noise monitoring, waste
• prohibited to throw, treat or burn garbage and solid wastes except in places HSEM/HSEA’s/Env.Eng management plan, CEMP.
designated Project HSEA and Environment
engineer monitor the implementation
• Precautions at the time of exploration, drilling, construction, demolition or and compliance.
transportation of wastes or dusts produced

• adequate ventilation in the work place

• measures to prohibit smoking in closed public places.

• Disposal of hazardous wastes and medical wastes, activities resulting in the


production of hazardous wastes shall keep a registry for such hazardous wastes,

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12 Local Law 21 of 2005 Waste Management in the emirate of Abu Dhabi (Environment Agency Abu Dhabi)
Reduce the generated waste by means of implementing the regulations, Classify
the generated waste to hazardous and non-hazardous waste, Enforce its waste
generating facilities with the occupational health and safety requirements, In case
of transporting waste, must comply with the codes of practice and guidelines for
licensing of waste transport vehicles and the regulation and monitoring of transport Yes being complied as per
operations. Facilities for storage, treatment or disposal of waste, the provisions of requirements. Evidenced in Waste
Article (6) of this law must be complied. Management Plan, CEMP and waste
PRM’s/ manifests.
In case of contract with the private sector for transporting, storage, treatment or HSEM/HSEA’s/Env.Eng Project HSEA and Environment
disposal of waste, the following must be carried out: engineer monitor the implementation
and compliance.
 Restrict waste contracts to Environmental Service Providers permitted by
the Competent Authority.
 Inform parties interested in contracting of all wastes that are classified as
hazardous wastes, and furnish such parties with all the data available
therewith on the description and specifications of such wastes.
 Medical or hazardous waste must not be delivered to any party interested
in contracting unless such parties specify the means that they shall apply
on such waste and provide the approval of the Competent Authority.
 Complete delivery and transport of wastes as per the approved regulations
and guidelines

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13 LOCAL LAW OF ABU DHABI (16) AMENDING CERTAIN PROVISION OF LAW NO. (4) OF 1983 REGARDING ORGANIZING BUILDING
WORKS (DMA)

Administrative measures violating buildings and works that directly hinder or


cripple utility of highways and public services which pose a threat to public health,
safety or the environment or spoil the general view and landscape of the City at Yes being complied as per
the expense of the violating person. requirements. Evidenced in NOC’s &
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s Approvals from authorities and HSE
The engineers and inspectors of the Department who are commissioned with the Plans.
control over the enforcement of the Law and its Executive Regulations shall take
minutes on the control of violations under the Schedule attached to this Law

The Engineering Firm and the Contractor shall to the extent that each is
concerned ensure that the site is safe and free of utility lines and shall notify the
Department upon commencement of the work, in accordance with the
requirements set out in the implementing regulations of this Law
14 ELECTRICITY WIRING REGULATIONS 2007 REQUIREMENTS OF ELECTRICITY WIRING (Ministry of Electricity and Water)
Requirements of Electricity Wiring Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in WI – Doc
No:H-WI-109 & RA. Project HSEA &
PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance..
ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 209 : 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Yes being complied as per
Regulations – Occupational Health and Environmental Control (ESMA) PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in Hilalco
EHS MS and EHS plan.

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Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Occupational Health and Yes being complied as per
Environmental Control PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in Hilalco
EHS MS, EHS plan. Project HSEA &
PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance.
15 ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 212 : 1994 – Personal Protective Equipment (ESMA)
Industrial Safety and Health regarding Personal Protective Equipment Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s
requirements. Evidenced in Hilalco
EHS MS, EHS plan. Project HSEA &
PRM monitors the implementation and
compliance.
16 ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 215 : 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Equipment- Tanks, Pressure vessels, Boilers and
Compressed gas equipment:
Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Equipment- Tanks, Pressure vessels, Yes being complied as per
Boilers and Compressed gas equipment; PRM’s/ requirements. Evidenced in Risk
HSEM/HSEA’s/Env.Eng Assessments and Inspection records.
17 ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 217: 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Equipment Scaffolding (ESMA)
Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Equipment Scaffolding Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ requirements. Evidenced in WI – Doc
HSEM/HSEA’s/Scaff.Eng No:H-WI-105. Project HSEA & PRM
monitors the implementation and
compliance. Sr. Scaffolding engineer
conducts regular inspections.

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18 UAE.S GSO 220: 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Welding, Cutting and Brazing (ESMA)
Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Welding Cutting and Brazing Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s
requirements. Evidenced in WI-Doc
No:H-WI-112, Work Permits and
training records.
19 ESMA Standard UAE.S GSO 221: 1995 – Industrial Safety and Health regulations – Building and Construction (ESMA)
Industrial Safety and Health Regulations – Building and Construction Yes being complied as per
PRM’s/ HSEM/HSEA’s requirements. Evidenced in NOC’s &
Approvals from authorities and HSE
Plans.
20 UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice 2011
The provisions of this code apply to Fire Safety, Life Safety and Civil Defense Yes being complied as per
Access of all Occupancies and Multiple, Separated or Mixed Occupancies GAHRM/PRM’s/
requirements. Evidenced in, EHS plan,
located in High Depth, Low Depth Underground buildings, Low rise, Midrise HSEM/HSEA’s/Fire.Eng
Fire risk assessments, fire mock drills
and High rise Buildings. and third party inspections. Project
HSEA & PRM monitors the
implementation and compliance.
21 FEDERAL LAW NO. (23) OF THE YEAR 1999 CONCERNING EXPLOITATION, PROTECTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE LIVING AQUATIC
RESOURCES IN THE STATE OF THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Chapter Four, Protection and Development, Article (22) Project Manager Not Applicable

Chapter Ten, General and Exclusive Provisions, Article (56) Project Manager Not Applicable

Register of Regulation – Abu Dhabi, Revision & Date – 04, 14/05/2016 Page 31

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